Essential
Information for New International Students

This session is delivered by the
International Student Advice (ISA) team and is an opportunity for new
international students to meet the team and learn about the services they
deliver. During this session the team will provide you with essential
information designed to help you to settle in to living and studying in
Plymouth. They will also advise you of your tier 4 visa responsibilities and
answer any questions you may have related to your visa. There is no need to
book in advance, you can just turn up.

Tuesday 18 September
2018

This meeting is very important. It is your first
formal contact with the staff who are involved with your programme, and your
fellow students. The session will be led by the Dr Matthew Craven, who will
introduce you to the structure of your course, give brief details of the topics
you will cover, and what is expected from you when you study at university.
There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

10.30 – 11.30 Introduction to the Library and IT – Robbins Lecture Theatre, Robbins Building

Information
Specialist

A presentation from your subject librarian introducing you to the facilities
and services of the University library.

Any time between 09.00 – 16.00 University Card
Collection - Room 015, Ground Floor, Smeaton Building

You can collect your University card from Room 015,
Ground Floor, Smeaton Building during the times given above. Your card is used
for entry to the Library, some room entry, handing in coursework etc.

You must complete online enrolment and upload a
photo prior to attending this session. You will need to
bring identification with you to this session. The preferred form of
identification is a valid current passport. Please refer to our University Card Collection web page for further
details.
NB: If you already have a card i.e. because you were previously a student on
another course or at a Partner College, you do not need to attend this session.

During this session you will receive your timetable for the first term. Also
included will be an introduction to portal, the library and the key study
skills you will need.

16.15 – 17.00 Personal Tutor Session - You will meet the Senior Personal
Tutor to receive details about the personal tutorial process at Plymouth. There
may also be the opportunity to meet up with your assigned personal tutor. You
will be given room numbers during the 15.00 – 16.00 induction session with Dr
Matthew Craven.

Wednesday 19 September
2018

A
representative of the Students’ Union will outline all the extra-curricular
activities you can enjoy, including; sports clubs and societies, volunteering,
and how the Union is the hub of social life whilst studying. They provide your
student support and representation.

Please be aware that some of the University of Plymouth's public events may be attended by University photographers and videographers, for capturing content to be used in University online and offline marketing and promotional materials, for example webpages, brochures or leaflets. If for whatever reason, you or a member of your group, do not wish to be photographed, please make yourself known to staff working at the event on arrival or to the photographer.